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2025 Volkswagen Tiguan Tie Rod Recall

2025 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN: STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY

Updated August 13, 2025

Volkswagen is recalling certain 2025 Tiguan SUVs because a tie rod bolt on the rear axle may be loose. A loose bolt can cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Is the Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. recalled? Yes. This product was recalled by NHTSA on August 13, 2025. Details below.

What is recalled

2025 Volkswagen Tiguan vehicles. Volkswagen's internal recall number is 42E7. Full details on affected VINs are available through NHTSA recall ID 25V526000.

Am I affected

You're affected if you own a 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan. Check your vehicle identification number (VIN) against NHTSA recall 25V526000 at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or call Volkswagen at 800-893-5298, to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.

What to do right now

Take your vehicle to a Volkswagen dealer, they will replace the affected tie rod bolt free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 5, 2025. To schedule service or check your VIN, call Volkswagen customer service at 800-893-5298 and reference recall number 42E7.

Contact: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

The hazard

A loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash.

Brands affected

Source
NHTSA
Category
Vehicles
Recall ID
nhtsa-25V526000
Recalled
August 13, 2025
Read the official notice

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